Application Guide

How to Apply for Summer 2026 Intern - Partnerships

at Workiva

🏢 About Workiva

Workiva stands out as a leader in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting technology, specifically helping companies streamline their climate impact disclosures and compliance. Their focus on transparency and integrated reporting makes them a compelling choice for someone passionate about sustainability and corporate responsibility. Working remotely at Workiva offers the chance to contribute to meaningful environmental solutions while gaining experience in a cutting-edge tech environment.

About This Role

This Partnerships Intern role involves supporting data collection and interpretation to drive efficiency, assisting with project management for the redesigned Partner Program launch, and ensuring accuracy in Salesforce CRM and Crossbeam systems. You'll directly impact partner relationships and operational workflows, making this a hands-on opportunity to learn about partnership strategies in the ESG tech space. Your contributions will help optimize partner lifecycle management and daily operations.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with checking Salesforce CRM for updates on partner accounts and ensuring data accuracy, followed by analyzing partnership data in Excel to identify efficiency opportunities. You could spend time supporting the Partner Program launch through project management tasks, such as coordinating timelines or preparing materials, and wrap up by contributing to automation functions or order generation processes. Expect a mix of independent data work and collaborative meetings with the partnerships team.

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🎯 Who Workiva Is Looking For

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Management, Business Analytics, or a related field with coursework or projects involving data analysis
  • Has practical experience with Excel for data manipulation and Google Docs for collaborative work, plus familiarity with CRM systems like Salesforce
  • Demonstrates strong organizational skills and initiative through examples of independent project work or leadership in academic/volunteer settings
  • Thrives in fast-paced environments, possibly shown through experience with tight deadlines, multitasking, or adapting to changing priorities

📝 Tips for Applying to Workiva

1

Highlight any experience with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms in your resume, even if it's from academic projects or personal learning

2

Tailor your application to mention Workiva's ESG focus—show you understand their mission of 'streamlining integrated ESG reporting'

3

Include specific examples of data collection/interpretation projects, especially those involving efficiency improvements or automation

4

Demonstrate your ability to work independently by describing a time you took initiative on a project without direct supervision

5

If you have experience with Crossbeam or partner relationship tools, explicitly mention it; otherwise, express eagerness to learn these systems

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Express genuine interest in Workiva's ESG reporting mission and how it aligns with your academic/career goals", 'Provide a concrete example of a project where you used Excel or data analysis to drive efficiency or support decision-making', 'Highlight your organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks, referencing specific experiences in fast-paced settings', 'Mention any exposure to partnership programs, CRM systems, or automation tools, even if basic, to show relevant foundational knowledge']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore Workiva's ESG reporting platform and their recent client case studies to understand their impact on climate compliance
  • → Research the Partner Program mentioned in the job description—look for press releases or articles about Workiva's partnerships
  • → Learn about Crossbeam and its role in partnership ecosystems, as it's specifically cited in the responsibilities
  • → Review Workiva's company culture and remote work policies to align your application with their operational style

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you worked with data in Excel to identify trends or improve a process—how did you interpret the data?
2 How would you approach ensuring data accuracy in a CRM system like Salesforce at the account level?
3 What do you know about Workiva's Partner Program, and how might you support its redesign launch?
4 Tell us about an experience where you had to work independently on a project with minimal supervision—what was the outcome?
5 How do you stay organized and prioritize tasks in a high-energy, rapidly changing environment like a partnerships team?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application without mentioning Workiva's ESG focus or the specific tools like Salesforce and Crossbeam
  • Overlooking the requirement for independent work—failing to provide examples of initiative or self-management in your materials
  • Not tailoring your experience to the fast-paced, project-based nature of the role, e.g., only listing slow-paced, individual academic work

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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